Singapore High Commission for Australia - Address / Phone Number

High Commission of the Republic of Singapore in the Commonwealth of Australia

Address: 17 Forster Crescent , Yarralumla ACT 2600
City: Canberra (Standard time zone: UTC/GMT +10 hours)
Tel.: (02) 6271 2000
Fax: (02) 6273 9823
Consular Tel.: 61-2-6271-2000
Emergency phone (consular assistance): 61-414 733944
Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8.30 - 12.30, 13.30 - 17.00
Consular hours: Monday to Friday, 8.30 - 12.30, 13.30 - 17.00

All Singaporeans residing in Australia are encouraged to register with the High Commission. This is to enable the High Commission to stay in touch with Singaporeans and provide assistance in times of emergency. The registration will also facilitate dissemination of information on events organised by the High Commission. The High Commission has a facility on their website that allows their citizens to register online.

The High Commission provides the following services:

• Singapore International Passport Application
• Singapore International Passport Extension
• Loss/Stolen Singapore International Passport
• Application for Singapore Citizenship
• Application for an extract of Birth/Death Certificate
• Application for Renewal of Exit Permit
• Application for Permanent Residency
• Application for Entry Permit
• Notarial Services
• Marriage Matters
• Certificate of Clearance
• Application for Employment Pass
• Cancellation of Employment/Dependent Passes
• Withdrawal of CPF contributions, etc.

In case of a lost passport the person should first report it to the local Police Department. Once the identity of the citizen has been verified, a document of identity can be issued in order to return to Singapore only. The Consular Officer will require at least three working days, especially during weekends or after Singapore office hours, to verify identity of the person.

The High Commission also provides notarial services for official documents to be used in Singapore. It is important to make an appointment with the Consular Office ahead, before coming down.

The High Commission deals with various visas and related issues.
All visitors to Singapore must meet the following entry requirements:
Valid travel document (minimum validity of 6 months at the time of departure);
Onward/return tickets (if applicable);
Entry facilities to the next destination; and Sufficient funds to stay in Singapore and visa for entry into Singapore (if applicable).